Baking
Bread Hydration Calculator
Hydration = water as percent of flour. Calculate it or work backward from a target percent.
Hydration %
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FAQ
What is bakers percent? +
Everything is expressed as a percent of flour weight. Flour is always 100% by definition.
What hydration for beginners? +
Start at 65-70%. Higher hydration doughs are stickier and harder to shape.